Kerry Dick, Chris Vindurampulle, Patrick Sands and Harrison Ottaway, from our Intellectual Property group, provide an update on the latest developments in registered designs and an overview of the laws protecting trade secrets. Patrick and Harrison will provide real-world examples of how confidential information has been misused and give practical suggestions to minimise risks of inadvertent or deliberate disclosure. Kerry and Chris will provide an overview of the important changes made to the Designs Act with significant implications for designs owners.